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T357 CDM

1999 Kawasaki KLE500

Red Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

15,301 mi
Last recorded15,301 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2015
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki KLE50019,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT357 CDM
MakeKawasaki
ModelKLE500
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2015 15,301 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 May 2014 14,708 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 13,300 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 12,740 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 12,738 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 12,456 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 11,729 miles

rear spokes rusty.

Pass 25 Mar 2009 10,423 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 10,314 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 10,314 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 10,348 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki KLE500?

Based on 9,168 MOT tests across 973 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
764
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
973
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 152
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 147
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 66
Horn not working 66
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 63
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T357 CDM is a 1999 Kawasaki KLE500 in Red with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki KLE500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 19,278 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki KLE500 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 152 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T357 CDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki KLE500 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 27 years old, this Kawasaki KLE500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T357 CDM registered?

T357 CDM is a 1999 Kawasaki KLE500, first registered on 12 April 1999.

Is T357 CDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T357 CDM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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